FARRIMOND SHINES AS WIGAN OUTCLASS TIGERS
DAVID KUZIO The Brick Community Stadium, Friday
WIGAN WARRIORS 62
CASTLEFORD TIGERS 6
NOT FOR the first time season, Jack Farrimond showed he is not just one for the future, but he is capable of competing at the highest level now.
The 19-year-old, who was making his first start since the beginning of August with Harry Smith rested, put in a stunning performance with two tries and nine goals for a personal tally of 26 points.
He scored two of Wigan’s six first-half tries as the Warriors led 34-0 at half time. Liam Marshall, Jai Field and Abbas Miski also scored two tries each as the champions clinched second place on the ladder and a home semifinal after a week’s rest.
It did not take long for Wigan to post their first points. Bevan French took the line on and sent a kick through for Zach Eckersley to chase, Tex Hoy was unable to collect the ball and Abbas Miski was on hand to pick up and score. Farrimond converted from the touchline.